Your ideal Black Forest retreat

Classical and understated would be a good way to describe the Blackforest region. There are no flashy tourist traps here, just interesting attractions, excellent food and wine, spectacular scenery, and a real change to get away from it all."

"With the highest concentration of graded (Michelin) restaurants, regional specialities using ingredients that are sourced locally are always popular. Local treats include whitefish, the famous blackforest trout from crystal clear streams, asparagus from Baden and of course the famous Black Forest Gateaux - actually called the "Schwarzwälderkirschtorte" here, with every chef and cook having his/her own special recipe for it.